Previous weekly edition
27 April–3 May 2026
Issue 11 · Published 27 April 2026
The snooker world descends on Sheffield for the final stretch of the World Championship, Barnum brings the big top to the Lyceum, Jethro Tull rocks the City Hall, and Sheffield Cocktail Week kicks off its city-wide bar crawl.
Below you’ll find our hand-picked events, gigs, culture, food and things to do across Sheffield, with the useful details up front.
The Sunday newsletter
Delivered on Sunday, before the guide appears online on Monday—plus event discounts and subscriber giveaways.
9 events
Snooker's greatest stage reaches its climax this week, with semi-finals building to the best-of-35-frames final from Sunday 3 May. Ronnie O'Sullivan, Judd Trump and defending champion Zhao Xintong are in the mix — and the Crucible's electric atmosphere is like nowhere else on earth.
Official event details for World Snooker Championship 2026 – Semi-Finals & Final →The daytime disco for those who love to party but value their sleep. Curated by Vicky McClure, Jonny Owen and Jon McClure of Reverend and the Makers, Day Fever guarantees an afternoon of no holds barred party times — just leave the acrobatics at home.
Official event details for Day Fever →Critically acclaimed folk-acoustic guitarist and singer-songwriter John Smith performs at one of Sheffield's most beloved music pubs. Intimate, beautifully crafted and highly recommended by fans who describe the experience as quietly magical.
Official event details for John Smith →The beloved Lancashire tenor brings his Facing Myself tour to Sheffield City Hall, performing iconic hits from Les Misérables alongside fan classics and new material. Boe is as famous for his warmth and humour on stage as he is for his goosebump-inducing voice.
35% off at the Q-Park
Official event details for Alfie Boe – Facing Myself Tour →The alternative rock trio brings their fuzzy, psych-tinged riffs to the Hallamshire Hotel for an intimate homecoming-style gig.
Official event details for Demob Happy →A curated market of local traders fills Orchard Square with homewares, plants, jewellery, ceramics, artisan food and crafts. A lovely city-centre browse for those who like to shop independent.
Official event details for Orchard Square Makers Market →A creative festival celebrating local makers with hands-on workshops, exhibitions, and demonstrations in the scenic Peak District fringe.
Official event details for Derbyshire Makes Festival →Follow the life of Phineas T. Barnum in this high-energy production at the Lyceum, featuring circus acts and a soaring musical score.
Official event details for Barnum: The Musical →An epic orchestral showdown featuring the greatest scores from Star Wars, Inception, Harry Potter, and The Dark Knight.
Official event details for The Music of Zimmer vs Williams →Plan beyond this week with our evergreen local guides.
The Sunday newsletter
Delivered on Sunday, before the guide appears online on Monday—plus event discounts and subscriber giveaways.